Airolo Bike Opening 2026
Airolo Bike Opening is back on Saturday, 20 June 2026! More than just an event, the Airolo Bike Opening marks the true start of the season. It’s a day to catch up with old friends, meet fellow riders, and share a mutual passion for mountain biking. Trails, bike tests, guided tours, a pump track, and exclusive sessions with Claudia Grassi await you in Airolo for an unforgettable day both on and off the tracks.
With a special MTB day-pass rate of CHF 25, you can enjoy a full day at the Airolo Bike Park packed with downhill thrills, great fun, and excellent company. And for those who want to ride our trails all season long, you can purchase the Airolo MTB season pass and receive a complimentary official Airolo Bike Park cap!
09:00 – 17:00: Bike Test with Merida Bikes & RideUp
Test a variety of mountain bikes provided by Merida Bikes and the RideUp shop throughout the day.
For the occasion, Merida will be offering special deals on e-bikes and acoustic enduro bikes at discounted prices, with offers valid exclusively for the Airolo Bike Opening.
➤ Further details on available models and registration will be announced soon.
09:00 – 17:00: Guided MTB Tours with RideAlps
The RideAlps guides are back to take riders on free tours of the Airolo Bike Park trails, sharing technical tips and insights to help you make the most of the tracks.
➤ Sign up on the day at the stand by the cable car base station.
Pump Track
The pump track at the cable car base station will also be a highlight of the day. Bring your bike or scooter and enjoy a few laps before heading up the mountain, during a breather between downhill runs, or after a mountain walk. It’s the perfect spot to share a passion for two wheels and enjoy some outdoor family time.
Food & Drink
Whether you fancy a quick bite at the Bar La Chièuna by the base station or a leisurely lunch at La Stüa restaurant in Pesciüm, you’ll find delicious specialities and traditional mountain dishes to refuel.
The Airolo Bike Opening is one of those days that starts with "let's just do a couple of runs" and ends with the sun setting, bikes leaning against the table, and no one wanting to leave.
Because at the end of the day, it’s not just about the trails and downhills. It’s about coming together with like-minded people, finding new riding buddies, and kicking off a brand-new season on the Airolo trails.
See you in Airolo?
Places are limited to just 6 people per session, and we’ll confirm your booking via email.
If there are still spots available, you can also sign up on the day
New for 2026: Enduro athlete and a familiar face in the Airolo bike community, Claudia Grassi, will be there to share her expertise right on the trails.
During four exclusive sessions, she will lead small groups of riders along some of her favourite training routes. This isn’t a coaching clinic or a race, but a genuine opportunity to ride together, check out the lines chosen by a high-level mountain biker, and see the bike park from a whole new perspective.
Available Sessions
Cable car at 09:00
Cable car at 11:00
Cable car at 13:00
Cable car at 15:00
Maximum 6 participants per session.
➤ Book your spot via the online form. Final confirmation will be sent by the organisers. Any remaining spaces will be allocated on-site on the day.
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